Folk School Facilitator Application

Folk School Facilitator Application

The Farms at Allerton Park & Retreat Center is a new folk school that serves the Allerton Community offering classes, workshops, and gatherings facilitated by and for the members of its community focusing on art, nature, history and storytelling, and science. The Farms promotes and values hands-on experiential teaching and learning and encourages all facilitators and students to hold these same values.
The Farms: An Allerton Folk School is seeking and accepting applications from its community members who are interested in becoming a facilitator for a folk school class and/or workshop. These individuals must be willing to guide students learning a new skill or craft and be open to learning, as well. Previous teaching or facilitating experience is prefered, especially in hands-on and experiential education. Facilitators can lead classes and/or workshops in the following core areas:
- Art - All disciplines from visual art, ceramics, and print-making to film-making, music, and fiber arts. Supplies, tools, and space should all be taken into consideration when applying.
- Nature & Outdoor Education - Topics would include hiking, backpacking, tent camping, bird & tree identification, and gardening.
- History & Storytelling - Engage the public in discussion and education in local and regional history as well as making connections between the Allertons and historical events.
- Science - Topics based in anything science-related including but not limited to climatology, biology, etomology, and engineering.
Community members can also apply to facilitate a gathering in music, dance, storytelling or other event that brings our community together and enjoying each other's company. Gatherings can include but are not limited to music jam sessions and sharing stories around a fire.

The examples listed above in each area are merely suggestions, and all ideas are welcome. If you would like to apply to be an instructor, but are unsure of where your subject would fall, please send an inquiry to allertoninfo@illinois.edu.

Allerton will provide the following for each class/instructor:
- Space for the class or workshop
- Marketing and advertising
- Reigstration
- Reimbursement of materials purchased for class
Instructor Information
Name

First NameLast Name
Email
example@example.com
Business (if applicable)
Business Address (if applicable)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Business Website (if applicable)
Business Social Media Links (if applicable)
Please describe your experience as a facilitator/teacher in the topic you are applying for
Demographic Information

All responses are optional and are only used for internal data purposes
Age

18-24 years old24-34 years old35-44 years old45-54 years old55-64 years old65+ years old
Are you of Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin?

YesNo
Race (check all that apply)

American Indian or Alaska NativeAsianBlack or African AmericanNative Hawaiian or Other Pacific IslanderWhite
To which gender identity do you most identify?

MaleFemaleNon-BinaryPrefer not to say
Class or Gathering Proposal

Please provide detailed answers for the following questions to help us with the selection process.
Title of Class/Gathering
Which of the following Farms topics does your class/gathering fall into? (Check all that apply)

ArtNature/Outdoor EducationHistory & StorytellingScience
Description of Class/Gathering
Length of Class/Gathering

1-2 hours2-4 hours4-8 hours
Frequency of Class/Gathering

One-timeWeeklyTwice a weekDaily
If you chose daily above, how many days would the class last?
What is the minimum and maximum class size you would require?
example: 10 - 35 participants
What is the skill level needed to be successful in the class/gathering?

none/beginnermoderateadvanced
Who is this class/gathering for?

Youth 5-12Youth 13-18Adults 18-64Seniors 64+
What is your availability to lead this class/gathering? (check all that apply)

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
What time of day are you available to lead this class/gathering? (check all that apply)

8:00AM - 12:00PM12:00PM - 4:00PM4:00PM - 8:00PMOther
What are the material expenses for this class per person?
example: $45/person
Please list any materials participants should bring (if needed)
What do you need from Allerton in terms of space and set-up needs?
example: # of tables/chairs, large or small space, etc.
When is the latest you would need a final count of participants in order to purchase supplies?

1 week before2 weeks before3 weeks beforeMonth beforeOther
Please provide a brief description of yourself, experience working in your subject area, and anything else you would like to include in your Facilitator Bio. Please upload a photo of yourself below in the File Upload section.
What is your preferred method of compensation?

Hourly rateHour-for-hour credit to a Farms class (price comparable to your class)Volunteer hoursIn-kind sponsorship for your business
Upload Files
Along with the above information, we would highly encourage all facilitator applicants to upload the following documents to assist us in the selection process.
- Resume/CV
- 2-3 References
- 2-4 pieces from your portfolio showcasing your work
- Certificate of Liability (if applicable)
File Upload

Please upload 2-3 references, 5-7 portfolio pieces, and a photo for your bio
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Folk School Facilitator Application

Instructor Information

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Class or Gathering Proposal

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